Hey there fellow humans! 👋 Welcome to this blog where we’ll be exploring some amazing success stories of inclusion from around the world! 🌍 In today’s world, as the number of cultures and identities rises exponentially, it’s important that we celebrate our differences and learn to live in harmony. In the following sections, we’ll explore some stories that will inspire and educate us to be more inclusive and accepting of people from all walks of life. Let’s dive in! 🏊‍♂️

🏭 TataSteel - being inclusive in the corporate world

As we progress into a globalized world, we see an increasing amount of companies setting foot in different cultures. One such organization that has kept the spirit of inclusion alive is TataSteel. This company is a part of the larger Tata Group which is based in India. Their recruitment strategy has been uniquely inclusive, as they actively seek out members of the transgender community to hire across all departments. They are also actively collecting data on employee sexual orientation and gender identity so they can better serve their ‘T’ employees. TataSteel also proudly organizes resource groups for members belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities. Their inclusive mindset is a great example of the fact that diverse work environments can produce better results, leading to a more inclusive world and work environment! 🏭

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💻 Google - creating an inclusive tech industry

In earlier times, women would comprise only about 20-25% of the tech workforce, but that number has been increasing as companies like Google keep inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of their initiatives. Google pledged to invest 25 million dollars as grants to support under-represented groups too get immersed in the tech industry. They also employ many programs to inspire under-represented students to aspire and achieve a career in technology. Such programs include ‘Google in Residence’, where Google employees teach computer science degrees and initiatives such as ‘Made with Code’, where they encourage girls to explore coding and science. Google cares about our society, their employees, and our future. 💻

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🎥 Hollywood - promoting inclusivity in the entertainment business

Hollywood is no stranger to criticism over lack of diversity, but recent years have seen a welcome change in the entertainment industry. Success stories like Black Panther, Queen & Slim and The Big Sick have proven that movies with diverse casts equal diversity in box-office sales. There’s a shift happening from tokenism to genuine inclusivity in Hollywood and the acceptance speeches of the winners of the Academy Awards show that. There is still a long way to go, but authentic representation is finding its foothold in Hollywood.🎥

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🏫 Australian Academy of Science - making science inclusive for everyone

Science should never have discriminated, but due to some unfortunate circumstances, it still does. This is where organizations like the Australian Academy of Science come into the picture. The academy has launched several programs to make science more inclusive, such as the Women in science project. This project is dedicated to increasing the representation of women in various fields of science, and creating awareness about biases that hinder their careers. The academy has publicly committed to increasing the proportion of female award recipients as well as taking steps to meet the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community in STEM. By breaking down barriers and investing in diversity and inclusivity, the academy is producing better work than it ever has before. 🏫

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🌈 Pride festivities - celebrating diversity in everyday life

Pride is more than just a colorful festival, it’s a way of showing the world that love is equal, no matter whom it’s shared between. A way of celebrating diversity and inclusion, it’s an opportunity for people to come together and celebrate each other without judgment. Pride parades take place in different nations, states, and cities all around the world, and every year, these parades grow in both size and visibility. Many organizations take part in pride festivities and are inclusive of all the people that attend. Events like Pride truly are a reflection of the spirit of inclusivity and diversity that we need in our daily lives. 🌈

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🌎 Celebrating Diversity everywhere - a path to a better world

So there we have it, friends! 🌍 Celebrating diversity is not just about accepting people for who they are, it’s about thriving as a society. The stories in this blog are just a snapshot of the progress that we’ve made over the years in our journey toward being truly inclusive. We hope they’ve inspired you to keep pushing for a safer, kinder, and more inclusive world. Let’s all take small steps to encourage and promote diversity in our daily lives, and see how quickly we can change the world! ❤️

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